Bed - Jamnagar Rural, Jamnagar
Bed is a village situated in the Jamnagar Rural taluka of Jamnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 18 km from Jamnagar and around 18 km from Jamnagar. Bed village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bed is 513597. The village covers a total geographical area of 1895.87 hectares and falls under the 361006 pincode. Jamnagar is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Bed village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jamnagr Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bed
According to the 2011 Census, Bed village had a total population of 8,229 people, including 4,222 males and 4,007 females, living in 1,547 households. The sex ratio was 949 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.44%, with male literacy at 76.16% and female literacy at 58.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 172, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 115.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,229 | 4,222 | 4,007 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,163 | 611 | 552 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 172 | 86 | 86 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 115 | 60 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 4,765 | 2,750 | 2,015 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,464 | 1,472 | 1,992 |
Nearby Villages of Bed
Bed is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Bed
Public transport in the Bed is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jamnagar to Bed is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bed
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bed village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bed
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bed village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bed
Where is Bed located?
Bed village is located in Jamnagar Rural Taluka, Jamnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bed?
Bed is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bed?
The pincode of Bed is 361006.
What is the population of Bed?
Bed had a total population of 8,229, including 4,222 males and 4,007 females.
How many households are there in Bed?
Bed had 1,547 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bed?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bed was 67.44%. Male literacy was 76.16% and female literacy was 58.32%.